Here are some Margaux-tested and approved dining options for your geographic adventures, updated as possible:
Domestic
California
Los Angeles: Bazaar
Monterey: Montrio Bistro
Santa Monica: Madame Chou Chou
Delaware
Rehoboth Beach: Pig & Fish
Hawaii
Waikiki: Kohnotori
Massachusetts
Boston: Erbaluce
Cambridge: Central Kitchen
New York
New York: Torrisi Italian Specialties
Rice to Riches
Le Bernadin
Balthazaar (for brunch)
North Carolina
Raleigh: Lily's Pizza
The Mint
International
France
Paris: Cafe Constant
Italy
Naples: Pizzeria Da Michele
Umberto's
Rome: Pizzarium
Ravello: Il Flauto di Pan
Spain
Barcelona: Osmosis
Quimet & Quimet